Triggerfish Clown
Balistoides conspicillum
What you need to keep a Triggerfish Clown
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Seachem Reef Carbonate
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Seachem Ammonia Alert
R267
Seachem Reef Iron
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Seachem Reef Phosphorus
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pH
8–8.4
Temperature
24–27 °C
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
Arguably the most stunning triggerfish, with large white spots on a black body and yellow fins. It is extremely aggressive and should only be kept with robust, similarly large species.
Key traits
Care guide
Keeping Triggerfish Clown healthy in a South African setup.
Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Triggerfish Clown's adult size and activity level. Use robust décor and sight breaks so each fish can hold its own space.
Water parameters
Keep pH 8–8.4 and 24–27°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers; acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Carnivore. Feed small amounts it clears in a couple of minutes, and vary the diet.
Behaviour
Aggressive. Watch it at feeding time and at lights-out to see its real temperament in your tank.
Tankmates
Choose robust tankmates of similar size, and nothing small enough to be eaten. Add Triggerfish Clown last so territories reset.
Breeding
Breeding success with Triggerfish Clown depends on the line and water chemistry; ask your shop about proven pairs.
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